This blog is for Polk County Florida small farms and pesticide applicators as a method of communication and sharing information. This blog is administered by the University of Florida IFAS Extension Polk County Extension Agent, Mary Beth Henry.

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

ARS Newslink

ARS News Service
USDA Agricultural Research Service
February 7, 2014
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Potatoes and climate change:
USDA research suggests that potatoes may respond well when exposed to elevated atmospheric carbon dioxide levels and the increasingly erratic rainfall patterns expected to result from global climate change. (2/3) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2014/140203.htm

Myelin could play key role in piglet health:
Unlocking the effects of myelin production, an important aspect of brain development, in piglets may be one of the keys to their survival, USDA studies show. (2/6) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2014/140206.htm

Test strip detects botulism-causing toxins:
A test strip developed by USDA scientists may give homeland security and food safety officials a powerful tool to use against botulism-causing toxins. When put to work as the basis of a field-ready test kit, the strip can provide results in less than 20 minutes. (2/7) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2014/140207.htm

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Newslink is the weekly e-mail pointer for web links to stories issued by the Agricultural Research Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture.